7 Days Green Turkey Tour
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|7 Days, 8 Destinations |Starts from Istanbul
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Duration
7 days

Max Group Size
45

Tour Code

Tour Type
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Departure Type
Scheduled

Age Requirement
0 - 99 Ages

Operated In
English

Physical level
relax

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Activities

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Tour Overview

The 7-Day Green Turkey Tour is an exceptional package for those who seek a short visit to Turkey and wish to experience natural, religious, and historical sites. The tour includes some of the most popular destinations in Turkey, such as Istanbul, which was the capital of the Byzantine, Roma, and Ottoman empires; the stunning green paradise region of Sapanca-Bolu, and Bursa-Bilecik, where the roots of Ottoman Empire span. This tour provides a remarkable itinerary that covers all the top attractions to see in Turkey in 7 days. Let's take a look at the itinerary!

Highlights

  • Istanbul, Sultanahmet, Bolu, Yedigoller, Abant Lake, Bursa, Covered Bazaar, Ulucami (Grand) Mosque, Silk Bazaar, Uludag Mountain, Ertugrul Gazi, Sogut, Tomb Of Ertugrul Gazi, Shaykh Edebali Tomb, Pelitozu Pond

Itinerary

Upon arriving at Istanbul International Airport, you will be greeted by the TSG Team, who will provide assistance and transfer you to your hotel. This is one of TSG's most attractive 7-day Turkey tour packages, which encompasses the old city of Istanbul and the best green destinations such as Bolu and Yedi Goller. Remember that you can join TSG’s popular optional tours. Overnight in Istanbul.

(Breakfast included)

After breakfast, the tour will depart for a gorgeous Istanbul City Tour. The first stop is Sultanahmet Square, where the Sultanahmet Mosque salutes the Hagia Sophia. The Sultanahmet Imperial Mosque, which was built in the 16th century by the architect Mehmet, is also known as the Blue Mosque because of its magnificent interior decoration of blue Iznik tiles. Next, the tour will explore the Hippodrome; the site of ancient chariot races, and the home of three ancient monuments; the Obelisk of Theodosius, the bronze Serpent Column, and the Column of Constantine. A neo-Byzantine style artifact can be seen on the square German Fountain, which was built in the nineteenth century. When you reach the other end of the Hippodrome, the Hagia Sophia Mosque will meet you with all its grandeur.


After a delectable lunch break, TSG will take you to the bazaar, where you can find exotic spices and herbs, Turkish Baklava, delicious Turkish Delights, Turkish Coffee, nuts and fruits, hand made souvenirs, and more. Dinner and overnight in Istanbul.


Please note: Remember to bring a headscarf when visiting religious sites such as the Blue Mosque and the Hagia Sophia Mosque.

(Breakfast included)

On the third day of the 7-Day Green Turkey Tour, you will enjoy a delectable open buffet breakfast before embarking on a journey to Masukiye, renowned for its breathtaking natural beauty. This picturesque countryside is known for its fragrant floral scents and abundant oxygen in the midst of mesmerizing scenery. It is a highly favored destination, offering numerous attractions for visitors to enjoy. You can relax in local cafes, take a leisurely stroll amidst the splendor of nature, or indulge in extra-charge activities such as ziplining, UTV or ATV safari tours in the wild. The safaris last approximately 45 minutes, and they offer an exhilarating journey through forest pathways lined with beech trees. Short breaks will be given during the tour to admire the panoramic views of Samanli Mountain as we traverse paths, streams, and waterways. Overnight in Bolu.

(Breakfast included)

After breakfast, we will depart for the 7-Lake Tour, which will take us to lakes at different elevations that are connected by foot. Yedigoller National Park, located 42 km from the city center, is a natural wonder of Turkey, comprising seven lakes, each dressed in a unique color palette that changes with every season. This stunning location tops the list of places to visit in Bolu, offering tranquil and serene surroundings, breathtaking vistas, diverse terrain, enchanting waterfalls, hiking trails, and a picturesque landscape adorned with various plant and tree species. Whether you seek a picnic spot, a place to rest and unwind, an opportunity for refreshment, photography, sports, or camping. The park boasts 238 plant species and is home to some of the most beautiful natural forests in the country.


We will then have some lunch and depart for Abant Lake. Abant is surrounded by pine trees and is probably one of the most famous lakes in Turkey. Water lilies embellish the surface in summer. It is also famous for its trout. The countryside is pleasantly different each season, making it a very special place for photography. The seven-kilometer walk around the lake offers a great opportunity to enjoy the area. Those who don't wish to walk can ride horses or complete the tour on a horse cart. We will have free time to shop at the village bazaar. Dinner and overnight in Bolu.

(Breakfast included)

Following breakfast at 8:00-8:30 am, we will embark on a journey to Bursa, one in the best tourist cities of Turkey, which draws numerous visitors, especially during the summer season. The first destinations will be the historic Covered Bazaar and Ulucami (Grand) Mosque, which were commissioned by Ottoman Sultan Bayezid I to commemorate his significant victory at the Battle of Nicopolis in the 14th century. The next stop on our itinerary is the Koza Han, also known as the Silk Bazaar, where silkworm cocoons were traditionally sold, and silk fabrics played a significant role in Bursa becoming a textile center.

 

After the tour, we will break for lunch before continuing to visit the Green Mosque and Green Mausoleum, named for the green and turquoise relief tiles adorning their facades. Later, we will take a cable car to Uludag Mountain to enjoy a breathtaking panoramic view. After some free time, we will visit a traditional Turkish Delight Factory before transferring you to your hotel for an overnight stay. 

(Breakfast included)

After breakfast, we will pick you up from your hotel and depart for the Ertugrul Gazi and Sogut City Tour. Sogut is known for being the founding location and first capital of the Ottoman Empire from 1299 to 1335, and it is worth visiting.

 

Also, Ertugrul Gazi, father of the founder of the Ottoman Empire, Osman Bey, passed away and was buried here. We will visit The Tomb Of Ertugrul Gazi. The next destination is Bilecik Museum, originally constructed as a courthouse on the land where a demolished Ottoman building once stood. This large and impressive structure was restored and opened as a museum in 2006. You will be fascinated by the landscape in Shaykh Edebali Tomb, which is built on cliffs. Shaykh Edebali was considered by many to be the philosophical architect of the Ottoman Empire.

 

Orhan Ghazi Mosque, built on the edge of a steep cliff and believed to have been built in the early 14th century and only 50 meters from the Edebali Mausoleum, was restored in 1973. Unlike other mosques, where the minarets are traditionally adjacent to the mosque, the main minaret of Orhan Ghazi Mosque is built on a rock, 30 meters away from the main building.

The Clock Tower is located at the center of Bilecik Province, over a hill dominating the city. It was built by Sultan Abdulhamit II and is a monumental work reflecting late Ottoman architectural features.

 

Pelitozu Pond, which is covered with pine trees, is 7 kilometers away from the city center. The pond, spans 213.50 hectares, and attracts great attention, especially on weekends, due to its magnificent atmosphere. Here, visitors can also rent bicycles for touring around the lake, and you can travel by sea bike in the lake. After the tour, transfer to Istanbul for the night.

The 7-day Green Turkey Tour ends this morning. Join your fellow travelers for breakfast at the hotel, and take the opportunity to bid farewell to your newfound friends. You can sign up to take advantage of TSG credits, and this is the best way to snag credits and use them for your next trips as a discount, as well as to hear about the hot deals according to your interests. We look forward to welcoming you back on another adventure in the near future!

Trip includes

Included

3 nights’ hotel in Istanbul

2 nights’ hotel in Bolu

1 night hotel in Bursa

Professional English - speaking tour guides

English

6 breakfasts 

All airport transfers are mentioned in the itinerary.

Guided Istanbul City Tour

Guided Istanbul Bursa & Uludag Mountain by Cable Car Tour

Guided Sapanca & Masukiye Tour

Guided Ertugrul Gazi – Sogut City Tour

All entrance fees mentioned in the itinerary

Transportation in a fully air - conditioned, non - smoking coach 

Hotel room taxes


Excluded

International and domestic flights

Insurance: All types

Tipping

City Tax

Turkey entry visa

Items of a personal nature such as alcoholic drinks, cold drinks, laundry

Any others expenses which are not mentioned at the included section

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